For those who enjoy an active vacation, we have lots of suggestions in Finland. Use our Travel Guide as a source of inspiration for planning your next adventure and browse through descriptions and route details of the most beautiful long-distance hikes.
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The 10 Most Beautiful long-distance hikes in Finland
Long-Distance Hiking
· Savitaipale
Traces of The Ice Age - Stone Age Man, Savitaipale
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.8 km
4:30 h
43 m
43 m
A network of hiking trails on heaths along the shores of Lake Kuolimo in Savitaipale. The trail presents traces of the Ice Age and the life of Stone Age people.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Savitaipale
Orrainpolku Trail, Savitaipale
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
8 km
3:30 h
81 m
81 m
Orrainpolku is a hiking trail running in the handsome scenery of Savitaipale. The highlight is Luotolahdenvuori Hill with splendid views out over Lake Kuolimo.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Asikkala
Aurinko-Ilves trail, Asikkala
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
30.6 km
24:00 h
160 m
120 m
The Aurinko-Ilves trail passes through the beautiful surroundings of the Vääksy Canal to the vast network of hiking trails in Evo. The connecting route is suitable for experienced hikers and leads to the stunning landscape of Aurinkovuori, through paths and old forest tracks towards the woodlands and trails of Evo.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Finnish Coast and Archipelago
St. Olav Waterway
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Multistage route
Open
560.5 km
138:23 h
901 m
910 m
Spend a fabulous few days island hopping through the Finnish Archipelago. Explore as a round trip from Turku over a few days or on a longer pilgrimage along St Olav Ways towards Trondheim, Norway.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park
Hetta-Pallas hiking trail
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
50.1 km
72:00 h
1,351 m
1,210 m
This is a classic hiking trail! Enjoy the fell landscape as you hike from summit to summit. The weathered walls of open wilderness huts provide a safe place to stop for a rest.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Parikkala
Rajojen reitti Hiking Trail, Parikkala (E10)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
16.5 km
5:00 h
158 m
180 m
The Parikkala section of the Rajojen reitti Hiking Trail runs on the border of South Karelia and South Savo. The trail travels through pine heaths and spruce forests.
Long-Distance Hiking
· Parikkala
Pöröpeikon polku trail, Parikkala
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
3.3 km
2:00 h
69 m
69 m
The Pöröpeikon polku Trail runs in a handsome wilderness. It is demanding due to the hills. You will find a lean-to shelter and a reservable sauna on the shore of Pörölampi Pond.
Long-Distance Hiking
· North Karelia
Karhunpolku, Hiking Trail in Lieksa
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
140.1 km
40:00 h
1,500 m
1,500 m
This hiking trail leads from Patvinsuo through Ruunaa to the border at Kuhmo. Along the way are forests, marshes and lovely lake areas. On this trail, you’ll be able to enjoy the unique feeling of the wilderness
Long-Distance Hiking
· Parikkala
Network of Esker Trails, Parikkala
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9 km
3:30 h
190 m
190 m
From Parikkala, you can set off for esker trails, including Sikoharju Nature Reserve, the Rantaraitti Hiking Trail and the Likolampi Nature Trail (Likolammen kuntopolku).
Long-Distance Hiking
· Lappeenranta
Haukvuori Trail, Lappeenranta
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.1 km
3:00 h
118 m
118 m
Climb up to the Haukvuori lean-to shelter and enjoy the views – have snacks at the Vesikkola hunting lodge.
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Nordkalottleden, Nordkalottruta, Kalottireitti by Mathias
May 24, 2020
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Hetta-Pallas hiking trail by Juuso
January 28, 2020
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Karhunkierros Trail (82 km) in Oulanka National Park by Anniina
July 11, 2019
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When did you do this route? June 14, 2018
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